Date of Award
5-2020
Document Type
Thesis
Selected Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-No Derivative Works 4.0 International License.
Degree Name
Master of Science in Music Therapy
Department
Music Therapy
First Advisor
Dr. Adenike Webb
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to understand the perceptions of Chinese-speaking music therapy students on cultural transition and personal therapy and to determine what impact these have on their learning process. An online questionnaire surveyed 13 Chinese-speaking music therapy students. Nine completed responses were analyzed by using both quantitative and qualitative methods. The questions focused on their demographic information, their attitudes toward personal therapy, and their attitudes toward the cultural transition process. The study found that 78% of participants sought any type of therapy and 55% of participants believe that personal therapy is extremely important for music therapy students. No one stated feeling stigmatized for receiving personal therapy. In addition, 89% of participants reported they had talked about their cultural transition process with others and believe personal therapy can help them adjust culturally in the United States. This study may provide valuable insights for school instructors, clinical supervisors, and personal therapists to improve their understanding and awareness about the struggles of Chinese-speaking music therapy students and the cultural transition process. This may also have positive effects on personal and professional growth for Chinese-speaking music therapy students.
Related Pillar(s)
Study
Recommended Citation
Liu, Xinrui, "The Role of Personal Therapy for Chinese-Speaking Music Therapy Students: A Survey" (2020). Theses & Dissertations. 91.
https://digitalcommons.molloy.edu/etd/91
